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1
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What is the maximum all up weight (MAUW) for an AW139?

A

6800 kg

14991 lbs

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What is the max fuel capacity of the AW139?

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2080 L

1650 kgs

3640 lbs

550 US Gallons

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For flight planning purposes, what is the fuel burn rate for the AW139?

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420 kg/hr

440 kg/hg - Goodrich dual hoist fitted

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What is the emergency shut-down procedure for (on ground) for the AW139?

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  1. Master battery & generators - push gang bar upwards
  2. Engine mode switches - turn from “FLT” to Off
  3. Fuel levers - both off
  4. Rotor brake - on
    … rotors stopped…
  5. Evacuate aircraft
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5
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What is the airspeed limitation in the AW139 for both cabin doors in an open and locked position when in transit?

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80 KIAS

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What is the airspeed limitation in the AW139 for the R/H door only in the open and locked position in transit

A

100 KIAS

80 KIAS - to open and to close

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What would you expect to see on the CAS with a cabin door open?

A

“Cabin Door” illuminated

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What would you expect to see on the CAS if a cockpit door was not secured properly?

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“Cockpit Door” illuminated

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What would you expect to see on the CAS if a cockpit door was not secured properly?

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“Cockpit Door” illuminated

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10
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Will lifting and depressing the Fire/Arm illuminated push button in the cockpit activate the fire bottles?

A

Yes / True

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What is the main rotor (MR) diameter of the AW139?

A

13.8m

45.27 ft

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12
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Describe the marshalling signal for an engine fire

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Signal to crew which engine is affected, engine 1 or 2, then perform a “figure 8” motion turned on its side

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13
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Which positions clear of the rotor disc should you request permission from the crew to enter / proceed toward the aircraft?

A

3 O’clock or 9 O’clock

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14
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What signal do you perform to the crew to request position to enter the disc / proceed toward the aircraft?

A

Thumbs up 👍

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15
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What is the AW139 Vtoss speed for a runway?

Vtoss = vertical take-off safety speed

A

50 KIAS

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What is the AW139 Vtoss speed for a runway?

Vtoss = vertical take-off safety speed

A

50 KIAS

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What is the AW139 Vtoss speed for a helipad?

Vtoss = vertical take-off safety speed

A

40 KIAS

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18
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What is the AW139 Vy speed?

Vy = best rate of climb (BROC)

A

80 KIAS at or below 10,000 ft (FIL100)

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What is the AW139 Vy speed?

Vy = best rate of climb (BROC)

A

80 KIAS at or below 10,000 ft (FIL100)

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What is the height limitation for a Crewman to transfer / reposition from cockpit to rear cabin (and vice versa)

A

Minimum 1000 ft AGL

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What do the acronyms OEI, IGE and OGE stand for?

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OEI - one engine inoperative

IGE - in ground effect

OGE - out of ground effect

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21
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What is the Max usable/ available cable length of the Goodrich hoist?

A

280 ft

85m

22
Q

Where are the cable cut switches located in the AW139?

A

4 in total

One located on each collective (2)

Two located on the ACM hoist control panel

23
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What item should be attached to the winch hook for night winching operations?

24
What is the cable speed of the Goodrich hoist when controlled by the pilot?
50% of nominal
25
What is the cable speed of the Goodrich Dual Hoist with a load of 260lbs (118kg) or less?
200 fpm
26
What is the cable speed of the Goodrich Single Hoist with a load of 260lbs (118kg) or less?
245 fpm
26
What is the cable speed of the Goodrich Single Hoist with a load of 260lbs (118kg) or less?
245 fpm
27
What is the company's CASA instrument number that permits Helicopter SAR operations and training in the AW139?
EX117/18 - 2018
28
Describe a basic helicopter landing site (Basic HLS)?
A location that may be used as an aerodrome for infrequent, opportunistic or short-term operations, other than regular public transport, during daylight hours and under VMC and VFR conditions
29
What is the CAS message associated with the hoist when the 'SLOW' caption illuminates on the hoist pendant nearing full extension?
Slowing of cable speed, approaching end of cable
30
What would be indicated on the CAS when confronted with the CBL caption on the hoist pendant?
"CBL Foul"
31
Is the cable cut system on the Goodrich Hoist ballistically or electrically operated?
Electrically activated, ballistically attenuated
32
With reference to hoist operation, what does PQRS refer to?
Primary Quick Release System - cable cut switches located on the collectives and on the ACM / Winch Operator hoist control panel
33
With reference to hoist operations, what does BQRS refer to?
Basic Quick Release System - Zephyr cable cutter
34
What is illuminated on the CAS when any of the hoist cut flip guard is lifted?
Hoist Cut Arm
35
What are the post winch checks and when are they to be conducted?
1. Hoist hook confirmed housed, Hoist boomed in, Hoist power off 2. Bus Tie - auto 3. ICS - set back 4. Hoist ops complete
35
What are the post winch checks and when are they to be conducted?
1. Hoist hook confirmed housed, Hoist boomed in, Hoist power off 2. Bus Tie - auto 3. ICS - set back 4. Hoist ops complete
36
Can simultaneous winching be performed on the Goodrich Dual Hoist?
No
37
On the Dual Goodrich Hoist, which hoist is designated primary?
Aft / Rear
38
What action should be taken by the ACM / Winch Operator to dampen a load / pendulum swing?
Push / pull against the swing; the lower the pressure is applied down the cable, the better the affect
39
Should the ACM / Winch Operator control the hoist recovery to ensure the cable enters the hoist mechanism at close to vertical?
Yes / true
40
What is the Max load capacity of the Medevac II Basket Stretcher?
272 kg 600 lbs
41
Is take-off or landing permitted with a load suspended on the hoist?
No
42
Under normal conditions, is it possible to exceed the lateral CoG with the max load on the hoist and two persons in the doorway?
No
43
What CAS message will illuminate when conducting a hoist check after engine start and both generators online?
Do Not Conduct Squib Test
44
What hazard should be considered with use of the hoist search light prior to landing?
Fire hazard on ground in dry conditions
45
What is the ground slope angle limitation with an AW139 fitted with the XP II NightSun?
5°
46
What systems are shut off when the Fire Detection / Extinguishing Control Panel Engine 1 Fire Arm button is pressed?
Fuel
47
What is the minimum take-off weight for the AW139?
4398 kg 9696 lbs
48
What is the maximum permissible AoB on the Goodrich Hoist with an extended cable?
20 degrees
49
What is the maximum load permissible on the Goodrich Hoist with an OAT above 0 degrees?
249kg 550lbs
50
What is the maximum load permissible on the Goodrich Hoist with an OAT of 0 degrees or below?
272kg 600lbs
50
What is the maximum load permissible on the Goodrich Hoist with an OAT of 0 degrees or below?
272kg 600lbs

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